The August recess is over and senators are back on Capitol Hill. Their first order of business is to get the appropriations bill passed, then the Farm Bill.
RFD-TV’s Tammi Arender gives us an update from Washington, D.C.
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ASA President Scott Metzger says soybean growers remain focused on trade, the Farm Bill, renewable fuels, and market stability as Congress weighs additional assistance for farmers and export opportunities.
The proposal maintains key cattle industry priorities but omits several livestock provisions included in the House version.
Speaker Mike Johnson announced that the House Budget Committee will vote on a military funding resolution that includes a $20 billion aid package for farmers, first reported by RFD-TV in June.
Farm Bureau members met with congressional leaders, USDA officials and White House staff to discuss issues affecting agriculture.
The NCBA says the Senate Farm Bill strengthens key cattle programs but leaves Proposition 12 and year-round E15 unresolved while officials respond to New World screwworm cases.
Temporary aid is often delayed, uncertain, and repeated assistance may also contribute to higher input costs.
